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Apr262024 by News DeskNo Comments

State Minister for Expatriates called UK government to ease visa for Bangladeshi workers

State Minister for Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury MP called the UK government to ease visa conditions for Bangladeshi restaurant workers who want to work in the UK’s hospitality and catering sectors. Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury MP was speaking as a chief guest at high profile dialogue hosted on Thursday by the UK’s All-party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Bangladesh. Bangladesh High Commissioner to the UK Saida Muna Tasneem, Bob Blackman MP and APPG vice-chair Lord Karan Bilimoria spoke at the event while APPG on Bangladesh Chair Rushanara Ali MP chaired the dialogue. The state minister praised Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for her visionary leadership in transforming Bangladesh into a prosperous nation, as well as her government's ongoing effor...

Apr262024 by News DeskNo Comments

Environment Minister Held Bilateral Meetings at Petersberg Climate Dialogue, Berlin

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Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hussain Chowdhury engaged in pivotal bilateral meetings with Saudi Arabia's Chief Climate Negotiator, Khalid M. Almehaid, during the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin, Germany, on Thursday, April 25, 2024. The meetings underscored the commitment of both nations to collaborate on addressing pressing climate challenges and advancing the global climate agenda. Minister Chowdhury and Chief Negotiator Almehaid exchanged insights and perspectives on key issues such as renewable energy adoption and climate adaptation strategies. Minister Chowdhury reiterated Bangladesh's unwavering dedication to ambitious climate action, highlighting the country's significant strides in renewable energy development and climate resilience efforts. He...

Apr262024 by News DeskNo Comments

Closing of NAP Expo 2024: Environment Secretary urged developed nations to provide resources and technologies for NAP implementation.

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Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Dr. Farhina Ahmed urged developed nations to fulfill commitments by providing resources and technologies for plan implementation. She advocates for collective action to address climate challenges and protect vulnerable communities.She said National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Expo 2024 in Bangladesh showcased the country's resilience and leadership in climate adaptation. Environment Secretary said this in her speech as the chair in the Official CLOSURE OF THE MEETINGS of the National Adaptation Plan Expo 2024 held on Thursday in the BICC, Dhaka. Environment Secretary underscores the need for practical solutions at the grassroots level, especially in Least Developed Countries (LDCs), where accessing finance for NAP implemen...

Apr262024 by News DeskNo Comments

Formation of NDMA: Bold move by Relief Ministry

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The Government of Bangladesh, in collaboration with UNDP Bangladesh as technical partner and financed by the World Bank, celebrates the successful implementation of the Training, Exercises and Drills (TED) Program under the Urban Resilience Project- Department of Disaster Management (DDM) part. This initiative aims to fortify the institutional capacity of Emergency Management for urban mega-disasters. A sharing workshop held on 25 April 2024 in Dhaka, highlighted the program's achievements and key learnings, with dignitaries including Hon’ble State Minister Md. Mohibbur Rahman MP, Md Kamrul Hasan ndc, Secretary of Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, and Stefan Liller, Resident Representative of UNDP Bangladesh. The workshop was Chaired by Mr. Md. Mijanur Rahman, DG, DDM. Stat...

Apr252024 by News DeskNo Comments

Collaboration is vital for addressing climate change and achieving adaptation goals: Environment Secretary

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Environment Forest and Climate Change Secretary Dr. Farhina Ahmed said collaboration and coordination are key to effectively addressing climate change impacts and achieving adaptation goals. Partnerships and knowledge sharing are emphasized to enhance adaptation actions while avoiding duplication and reporting burdens. Bangladesh plans to contribute to the development of indicators, establish early warning systems, implement adaptation plans, and establish monitoring systems. The synergies between NAPs and the GGA are explored to enhance adaptation efforts and demonstrate progress. Environment Secretary said this while addressing in a technical session titled ASSESSING RICHNESS AND GAPS TOWARDS THE Global Goals Adaptation (UNEP) in Green View room in BICC, Dhaka on 25 April, Thursday in...

Apr232024 by News DeskNo Comments

Installation of ground points under ongoing BDS completed: Land Minister

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Land Minister Narayon Chandra Chanda has directed the authorities concerned to implement all necessary measures to ensure that the landowners within the BDS survey area are adequately informed about the ongoing survey. Land Minister Narayon Chandra Chanda gave this direction to the concerned at the progress review meeting of EDLMS project (Establishment of Digital Land Management System Project) of Bangladesh Digital Survey (BDS) program at Bhumi Bhavan in the capital today. Director General of Department of Land Record and Survey Anis Mahmud, Additional Secretary (Development) of the Ministry of Land Ziauddin Ahmed, EDLMS Project Director Md. Zahurul Haque and officials of the Ministry of Land, Land Record and Survey Department and EDLMS Project were present at the meeting. Besides,...

Apr232024 by News DeskNo Comments

Bangladesh needs 534 billion dollar to tackle climate change by 2050: Environment Minister

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Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said Bangladesh needs 534 billion dollar to tackle climate change by 2050. So international financial support is essential for implementation of climate plans. He also said Bangladesh is committed to working collaboratively with international partners to build climate resilience. As Bangladesh continues to face the impacts of climate change, Minister Chowdhury reaffirmed the government's dedication to advancing climate adaptation efforts and ensuring a sustainable future for all citizens. Environment Minister delivered a compelling address today at the National Adaptation Plan Expo 2024, focusing on the advancement of Bangladesh's National Climate Plans. The session, held in Dhaka, marked a pivotal moment in Banglad...

Apr212024 by News DeskNo Comments

PROGGA-ATMA’s pre-budget press conference demands increase in tobacco prices

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To safeguard public health, research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress) and Anti-Tobacco Media Alliance (ATMA) have called for an effective hike in the prices of tobacco products in the upcoming FY 2024-25 national budget. The two organizations presented their tobacco taxation and pricing-related proposals for the upcoming FY today (20 April 2024, Saturday) during a press conference held at the Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah Auditorium of the National Press Club, Dhaka. In support of the budget proposals, eminent economist and convener of the National Anti-Tobacco Platform, Dr. Qazi Kholiquzzaman Ahmad said, 'Tobacco products are becoming cheaper over time when compared to the prices of essential commodities which is an ominous sign for public health. Considering hun...

Apr192024 by News DeskNo Comments

Youth demand to Stop Funding for Fossil Fuel

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Thousands of young people and their platforms joined a Global Climate Strike in front the National Press Club and demanded #FixTheFinance. Young people demanded public investment banks and private sector organizations to redirect the investments made in fossil fuel and in harmful agribusiness towards more sustainable projects, renewable energy, and agroecology. Demanding the end of fossil finance, young people asked the global leaders to fund their future at the Global Climate Strike in front of the National Press Club, Dhaka, on 19 April (Friday). More than five hundred slogan-shouting climate fighters gathered at the Shaheed Minar after starting the rally at the National Press Club and circling Doel Square. The protest ended with a call for climate justice. Young people those who part...

Apr182024 by News DeskNo Comments

Land Zoning and Protection Act drafting to protect farmland in final stage: Land Minister

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Land Minister Narayon Chandra Chanda has directed the divisional commissioners to take stern measures to prevent the unauthorized use of farmland for housing, commercial, and industrial purposes. Additionally, he directed them to take necessary measures to prevent unauthorized land filling activities with sand or soil as soon as they are discovered. Land Minister Narayon Chandra Chanda gave the directive while addressing the divisional commissioner coordination meeting as the chief guest at the conference room of the Ministry of Land at the Secretariat today, Thursday. Additional Secretary Md. Abbas Uddin chaired the meeting. Among others, the Chairman of the Land Appeal Board AKM Shamimul Haque, Chairman of the Land Reform Board Md. Abdus Sabur Mondal, Director General of Land Record a...